1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 57 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Polo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |